Engineering Technician, Cell Cathode Engineering - Fremont [272234]

$24.00 - $56.00 hourly

Job Description

Tesla’s In-house cathode team is seeking an energetic and engaging lab Technician for our Pilot production line. You will exercise your exceptional skills to conduct experiments, sample characterization, and develop test rigs for specific powder tests. This candidate will be a core member of the Cathode Pilot team that focuses on the synthesis and testing of cathode materials to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

The Role

  • Spearhead metrology development related to cathode physical and electrochemical performance
  • Design and build novel test rigs and equipment to support process development
  • Decrease development cycle time from trial ideation through trial conclusion via efficient design of experiment (DOE) and improved metrology techniques
  • Troubleshooting existing equipment and software
  • General characterization of powder materials: sample preparation for microscopy, particle and powder density, particle size analysis, powder flowability, etc.
  • Document data in the centralized database with the use of test procedures and process documents
  • Bring new ideas to increase productivity, reduce cost, and minimize waste

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science or equivalent in experience
  • At least 1-2 years of hands-on and analytical (university or commercial) experience in disciplines related to: materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, analytical, mechanical engineering
  • Competency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience using statistical software, such as JMP or Minitab
  • Must be able to demonstrate meticulous organizational and data management skills
  • Must have a strong sense of safety and be able to work independently or with others
  • Experience with analytical techniques common to particle and powder characterization is preferred – examples: particle size analyzer, powder flowability tester, compressibility, permeability of powders, etc.
Anthony Antonucci

Qualifications

Relevant experience in Manufacturing; strong problem-solving skills; commitment to Tesla mission.

Immediate Fill

No